Matthew Polenzani: Beyond "Park and Bark"
Season 39
Episode 1
About the Episode
It's a cliche that opera singers tend to "park and bark" - to plant themselves on the stage to belt out their arias. But Matthew Polenzani describes how he and a new generation of opera stars approach their roles differently, seeking to find ways into their characters that have almost as much to do with acting as music.
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Extras
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"Everybody Has a Story"
Namir Smallwood plays Omari, a high school student who wrestles with his identity.1:15 -
"What kind of adult just stands there...?"
Tasha Lawrence plays Laurie, a high school teacher captured striking a student in class.1:04 -
"The Best Kind of Gut Punch"
The cast and director of Pipeline share what they hope audiences take away from the story.1:01 -
Pipeline Preview
A teacher’s hopes for her son clash with an educational system rigged against him.0:30 -
BONUS: New York Philharmonic performs "Pizzicato Polka"
The New York Philharmonic, led by Jaap van Zweden, performs Strauss' subtle musical gem.2:56 -
New York Philharmonic New Year's Eve with Renée Fleming
Ring in the new year with the New York Philharmonic, Renée Fleming, and Jaap van Zweden.0:30 -
Stephanie J. Block in Concert - Preview
The show-stopping performer brings her singular wit and artistry to Lincoln Center.0:30 -
NY Philharmonic New Year's Eve: Bernstein Broadway - Preview
Stars from Broadway join the Philharmonic in a tribute to the legendary composer.0:30 -
Olga Borodina & Dmitri Hvorostovsky sing "The Tsar's Bride"
Bonus performance from the 2012 Richard Tucker Opera Gala with Borodina and Hvorostovsky.9:42 -
